Charlotte Hyde

Charlotte Hyde (1975-2019) was an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at Kansas State University, specializing in Technical Communication and Professional Writing. She held a PhD from Purdue University (2016) and taught courses such as Written Communication for Engineers and Rhetoric and User Experience. Her research focused on structural secrecy in professional settings (e.g., NASA archives), inclusive pedagogical strategies using LEGO Serious Play, and gender/minority representation in video games. Charlotte received prestigious awards, including the Janice M. Lauer Award and a co-recipient John Lovas Memorial Award for her work on Not Your Mama’s Gamer. She tragically passed away in April 2019 following a medical emergency but left a lasting legacy through her innovative teaching and mentorship. Her students and colleagues celebrated her empathy, intellectual curiosity, and dedication to fostering inclusive academic environments.

• Education: PhD in English (2016, Purdue University), MA (UNT), BA (UTA)
• Grants: Secured internal university grants for research and pedagogical innovation
• Legacy: Remembered for integrating LEGO-based learning and supporting underrepresented students in research projects